2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1675 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Excursion | Optima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |